Portuguese Phrase
Vão pro quarto das crianças.
Meaning
This phrase is a direct command or instruction directed at two or more people. It uses the imperative form of the verb 'ir' (to go) combined with the common spoken contraction 'pro' (para + o).
When to use
Use this phrase when you are directing a group, such as children or guests, to move into the kids' bedroom. It is most appropriate in informal, domestic settings.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Vãoproquartodascrianças
Vão
This is the third-person plural imperative of 'ir' (to go), used here to address 'vocês' (you all).
Pro
A spoken contraction of the preposition 'para' (to/for) and the masculine article 'o' (the).
Das
A contraction of 'de' (of) and 'as' (the, feminine plural), indicating possession or association with the children.
🗨In Conversation
Onde as crianças podem brincar agora?
Where can the children play now?
Vão pro quarto das crianças.
Go to the children's room.
✕Common Mistakes
Vai pro quarto das crianças.
'Vai' is singular; use 'Vão' when addressing multiple people.
Vão pro quarto dos crianças.
'Crianças' is a feminine noun, so it requires the feminine plural contraction 'das' instead of 'dos'.
↔Alternatives
Podem ir para o quarto das crianças.
You all can go to the children's room.
Vão lá para o quarto dos miúdos.
Go over to the kids' room (Common in Portugal).
Cultural Tip
In Brazil, the contraction 'pro' (para + o) is the standard way people speak, whereas 'para o' is usually reserved for formal writing. Additionally, while 'crianças' is universal, you might hear 'garotada' or 'molecada' in informal Brazilian contexts to refer to a group of kids.